Donald “Pete” Lyle McClyman
Donald “Pete” Lyle McClyman, age 87 of Birchwood Wisconsin passed away on November 10, 2015.
Memorial Services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Birchwood, Wisconsin on November 14th at 12:00 Noon. A luncheon will follow the service at the church. Visitation will run from 11:00 a.m. until the start of service.
A Celebration of Life Gathering will be 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, November 27th, 2015 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin.
He was born April 6, 1928 in rural Adams County to Ulysses (Mac) and Jessie (Billings) McClyman.
Pete farmed with his Dad until he married Helen Christensen in 1952. They purchased a farm in Arkdale, Wisconsin where they farmed for 25 years. After farming, he performed carpentry work. He was active in the building of the church in Arkdale and also the Trinity Lutheran Church in Birchwood.
He was an active Lions member (Charter member of Roche-A-Cri Lions). He received the Melvin Jones Award for dedicated Humanitarian Services from Lions Club International Foundation.
He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Birchwood.
He was the happiest with a piece of lumber or a fishing rod in his hand. He particularly enjoyed fishing with his friends and family.
Pete is survived by his loving wife Helen, sister Alice (Ray) Moriarty of Mauston, Wi, 3 Sons, Michael (Kay) of Friendship, Wi, Dennis (Debby) of Cedar Rapids, IA, David (Roma) of Stevens Point, WI and daughter in-law Karen (Bryan) Peterson (Myron). Grandchildren include Kristine (John) McClyman, Kaycee (Jon) West, Bethany (Marc) Gaddis, Lucas McClyman, Katie (Ben) Fait, Kelsey McClyman, and step granddaughters Jennifer and Denise Konkol. Great-Grandchildren include: Connor, Marisa, Kadin, Jackson, Brooklyn, Liam, Evan, Kierce, Chase, Landan, Payton, and Emmitt. Sister-in-laws Chris Francis, of Sun Prairie, Julie Christensen of Mauston, Elaine (Butch) Rollins of Mauston, and Marie (Jack) Vodvarka of Wisconsin Dells.
He was preceded in death by son Myron, his parents, brothers Bob and Darwin, and brothers in-law Glen Christensen and Ely Francis.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Pete’s Family: Helen McClyman, 308 Hinman Dr., Birchwood, WI 54817.
My sincere condolences to you Aunt Helen and family. I have such fond memories of Uncle Pete (and all) when you were on the farm in Arkdale. Please find comfort in knowing how much he was loved and will be missed.
Pete was a wonderful man. I am so sorry to hear of his loss. He was a great neighbor and role model as we were growing up on the farm. Condolences to the family.
My sincere condolences to the family, God bless.
Pete was a great man, a lot of good memories. My deepest sympathy to Helen and family. He has went to heaven to meet a lot of good friends. R.I.P Pete. May God bless you all at this hard time. Keep the memories alive!!
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the McClyman families, Pete was a good man!!
Condolences to the whole family.
Heaven received a great man …..it was a privilege to know you. Prayers to Helen, family, and friends.
To Helen and the whole family, You have my sympathy and prayers,I know there are a lot of his friends that gone before him that will be glad to welcome him into GODS family, remember the good times and cherish the memories, I know it is not easy, but hope it helps to know there are a lot of people in adams county that will be thinking of you and the family.
Helen and family, we are sending our deepest sympathy to you all.
On behalf of the Bloss family, I extend our sympathy’s. It’s been many years, but as a child I remember spending time with Pete and Helen at Aunt Jessie and Uncle Mac’s house. Family sometime drift apart, but one by one are reunited as they are called to be angels to watch over those of us that are left behind.
Our deepest sympathies to your family. We will always remember his quick wit. Cherish the memories.
Dennis, Deb, Helen, Lucas & Kelsey, our deepest condolences. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers
Helen, Boys & Family, Our heart goes out to all of Pete’s family. Larry & I had so much fun, camping with, Pete & Helen, & my Mom & Dad. I can still hear the laughter, the jokes, & the answers to all the problems there was. Larry & I, also enjoyed camping at Do-Little, Larry & Pete, fishing for the whole day, Helen & I tending the campfire (with a few beers) Babysitting for the 4 boys, while our folks went out on Sat night. I always enjoyed the talks & visits with Pete. May the Lord comfort and send His Peace to all. ♡
Our Deepest Sympathies to all, We will miss visiting and playing cards, fishing with Pete. You are in our thoughts and Prayers
Helen and family. My sympathy on your loss. I always enjoyed my visits with you and Pete. May God bless you all
Pete and Helen were a large part of the Arkdale community for many years and were sorely missed when they moved. They left great memories for their many friends and neighbors. May God bless Pete’s family.
Helen and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Pete was a great guy. May the peace of God be with you in your time of sorrow.
Mike and all the family…..Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. We’re sure he will be missed by all who knew him.
Prayers are going out for you all.
We will miss Pete so much. So loved all the card playing, fishing and the homemade woodwork items.
Family of Pete McClyman our deepest sympathy goes out to you all at this most difficult time. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Treasure the fond memories Pete has left behind for you and he will forever remain close in your heart.
Dennis, Debby,Lucas,Kelsey & Helen,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father, grand father and husband. Sending prayers and hugs to help you though this difficult time. RIP Pete.
My sympathy to the McCyman family. Pete was such a nice man and raised a wonderful family. May you have peace and comfort as you mourn his loss but celebrate a life well lived.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Pete was a wonderful man and is now one of God’s angels watching over his family.
Mac – Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Please know that we are thinking of you in this time of sorrow.
Pete was such a kind man who had both a twinkle in his eye and a mischievous grin. Condolences to the whole family.
Pete was a great man. I’m so sorry for your loss. May peace be with the family, and God comfort you all. RIP Pete. My deepest thoughts and prayers for all.
Helen and family you have my deepest sympathy. We have to treasure the good times.
Helen and family you have my deepest sympathy.what a great man.we have to treasure the good times.
Pete was a great man, we have many wonderful memories. We are so sorry on your loss. MAY God family and friends comfort you during this difficult time.